The Uros

The view across some of the "floating islands" from a high watch tower.

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Lake Titicaca - my final days in Bolivia and onto Peru

June 4th 2006
Overall, I was in Bolivia for 10 fantastic weeks, which makes it the country I have spent longest in throughout my travels. Thus, I warn you in advance, this blog contains a fair chunk of pensive reflection on what I thought about this vibrant and diverse country!!!! Though it is the poorest country in South America, and has had one of the most turbulent politic histories in the continent, I f ... read more

South America » Peru » Puno

Ancient Peru was the seat of several prominent Andean civilizations, most notably that of the Incas whose empire was captured by the Spanish conquistadors in 1533. Peruvian independence was declared in 1821, and remaining Spanish forces defeated in 1... ... read more

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